Volsteadism

[ vol-sted-iz-uhm, vohl- ]

noun

1. the policy of prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages.
2. the enforcement of this policy.

Other Words From

• Vol·steadi·an adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of Volsteadism¹

1915–20, Americanism; see Volstead Act, -ism

Example Sentences

Prohibiters everywhere viewed the election as a final sealing if not a sanctification of the country's war-bride, Volsteadism.

From Time Magazine Archive

Applying the state sovereignty doctrine to Prohibition Governor Ritchie said: "My own view is that until the sentiment of the country enables a change in the 18th Amendment, we should turn the subject back to the states, so that each state, within constitutional limits, may settle it in accordance with the convictions and conscience of its own people, those communities that want Volsteadism being free to have it, but those that resent it being no longer forced into taking it."

From Time Magazine Archive

The panel of witnesses against Volsteadism appeared first, led by thoughtful Senator Bruce of Maryland and industrious Senator Edge of New Jersey: Senator Bruce made, according to Senator Reed, the ablest presentation of the anti-prohibition case ever submitted by a public man.

From Time Magazine Archive

When Senator Borah urges in Atlanta the enforcement of the Fifteenth Amendment, and defends Volsteadism and its fruits in New York City, he may be in a position to discuss the political courage of others.

From Time Magazine Archive

For a barren victory he did not care to have Volsteadism carry the blame of driving American passenger ships from the sea.

From Project Gutenberg